Douglas George Mitchell, Bankruptcy Attorney in Union, New Jersey
Over 20 years of legal practice · focused on Bankruptcy, Car Accidents, and Chapter 13 · 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review
MemberatMitchell Law Offices
Union New, NJ
Practicing bankruptcy in Union since 2006.
- 20+
- Years practicing
- 5.0 ★
- 1 client review
- 2
- Bar admissions
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Douglas George Mitchell is a member based in Union, NJ. The practice focuses on Bankruptcy, Car Accidents, and Chapter 13. Douglas has over 20 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Mitchell Law Offices. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
- Based in
- Union, NJ
- Experience
- over 20 years
- Known for
- Bankruptcy · Car Accidents · Chapter 13
- Handles Bankruptcy, Car Accidents, and Chapter 13 matters from Union, NJ.
- Over 20 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About Douglas George Mitchell: Douglas George Mitchell is a member based in Union, NJ. The practice focuses on Bankruptcy, Car Accidents, and Chapter 13. Douglas has over 20 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Mitchell Law Offices. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Areas of practice
Practice areas handled by Douglas George Mitchell
Douglas concentrates on bankruptcy, car accidents, chapter 13, chapter 7, and civil rights. Each area below outlines the kind of case Douglas handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Bankruptcy
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Car Accidents
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Chapter 13
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Chapter 7
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Civil Rights
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Contracts
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Creditor Rights
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Criminal Defense
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Debt Settlement
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Divorce
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Drug Crimes
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DUI/DWI
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Expungement
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Family Law
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Foreclosure
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General
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Juvenile
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Landlord/Tenant
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Personal Injury
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Probation
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Real Estate
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Residential
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Slip & Fall
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Traffic
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Wrongful Death
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Breach of Contract
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Bankruptcy cases in Union, New Jersey
Douglas takes bankruptcy matters in Union, New Jersey. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Douglas agrees to represent you.
Car Accidents cases in Union, New Jersey
Douglas takes car accidents matters in Union, New Jersey. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Douglas agrees to represent you.
Chapter 13 cases in Union, New Jersey
Douglas takes chapter 13 matters in Union, New Jersey. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Douglas agrees to represent you.
Chapter 7 cases in Union, New Jersey
Douglas takes chapter 7 matters in Union, New Jersey. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Douglas agrees to represent you.
Civil Rights cases in Union, New Jersey
Douglas takes civil rights matters in Union, New Jersey. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Douglas agrees to represent you.
Biography
About Douglas George Mitchell — Over 20 years of New Jersey bankruptcy experience
Douglas George Mitchell is a member based in Union, NJ. The practice focuses on Bankruptcy, Car Accidents, and Chapter 13. Douglas has over 20 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Mitchell Law Offices. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Douglas George Mitchell is a lawyer practicing chapter 13 bankruptcy, assault, automobile accidents and 29 other areas of law. Douglas received a B.A. degree from Brooklyn College of the City University of New York in 1997, and has been licensed for 20 years. Douglas practices at Mitchell Law Offices in Union, NJ.
Douglas's approach to bankruptcy cases
Douglas George Mitchell is a lawyer practicing chapter 13 bankruptcy, assault, automobile accidents and 29 other areas of law. Douglas received a B.A. degree from Brooklyn College of the City University of New York in 1997, and has been licensed for 20 years. Douglas practices at Mitchell Law Offices in Union, NJ.
Clients Douglas works with
Douglas reviews new inquiries case-by-case for bankruptcy, car accidents, and chapter 13 matters in Union and the surrounding New Jersey area.
Credentials
Douglas George Mitchell's legal education and bar admissions
Touro College Jacob D. Fuchsberg Law Center
J.D. · 2004
Brooklyn College of the City University of New York
B.A. · 1997
Jurisdictions
Douglas's state bar admissions
New York
2020 · ACTIVE
New Jersey
2006 · ACTIVE
Douglas studied at J.D. in Touro College Jacob D. Fuchsberg Law Center and B.A. in Brooklyn College of the City University of New York.
Law school and academic background
Douglas completed J.D. in Touro College Jacob D. Fuchsberg Law Center and B.A. in Brooklyn College of the City University of New York. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Douglas runs in New Jersey is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Locations
Douglas George Mitchell's office in Union
Douglas's primary office is at 2810 Morris Ave., Ste. 311, Union, NJ, 07083. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Client feedback
Client reviews of Douglas George Mitchell — 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review
Every review below is from a verified client of Douglas. Reviews cover communication, case outcome, and value — the three signals that matter most when comparing bankruptcy attorneys in Union.
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How to hire Douglas George Mitchell — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new bankruptcy attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Douglas usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Douglas charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Douglas's office.
What to bring to your first meeting
Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; Douglas will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a bankruptcy attorney in Union, New Jersey
A short list to run through before you commit: How many bankruptcy matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?
Fees & payment
Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for Douglas
Douglas discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in bankruptcy practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every bankruptcy matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. Douglas confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Douglas's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many bankruptcy practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Douglas George Mitchell
How much does it cost to hire Douglas for a bankruptcy case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Douglas walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Douglas offer a free consultation?
Douglas charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Douglas's office. Some bankruptcy attorneys offer free consults — check Douglas's current terms during booking.
How long do bankruptcy cases in New Jersey typically take?
Simple bankruptcy matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. Douglas gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Douglas take my case if I'm outside Union?
Douglas is licensed in New Jersey. Matters governed by New Jersey law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Douglas will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.
What should I bring to my first meeting with Douglas?
Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. Douglas will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Douglas accepting new bankruptcy clients right now?
Douglas's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
Bankruptcy attorneys serving Union, Trenton and Newark in New Jersey
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